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Mars Hydro FC-E4800 LED grow light with six bars and green central driver, white background.
A bright LED chip with "Bridgelux LED" logo, showcasing "2.8µmol/J PPE" and "Trusted USA Bridgelux Diodes" text.
Smart grow light control app on phone and accessories: iConnectu, iHub-Pro, Controller.
Mars Hydro FC-E LED grow light controller with phone app showing brightness control.
Mars Hydro FC-E4800 LED grow lights daisy-chained, showing dimming control.
Mars Hydro FC-E LED grow light with aluminum heatsink and blue heat dissipation lines.
Mars Hydro FC-E4800 LED grow light spectrum graph, showing full spectrum with peaks in blue and red wavelengths.
Mars Hydro FC-E4800 LED grow light PPFD map for seedling, vegetation, and flowering stages at 12" and 16" heights.
MARSHYDRO FC-E4800 grow tent with LED lights, two potted plants, and ventilation. Home grow applications.
Mars Hydro FC-E4800 LED grow light with six bars and green central driver, white background.
A bright LED chip with
Smart grow light control app on phone and accessories: iConnectu, iHub-Pro, Controller.
Mars Hydro FC-E LED grow light controller with phone app showing brightness control.
Mars Hydro FC-E4800 LED grow lights daisy-chained, showing dimming control.
Mars Hydro FC-E LED grow light with aluminum heatsink and blue heat dissipation lines.
Mars Hydro FC-E4800 LED grow light spectrum graph, showing full spectrum with peaks in blue and red wavelengths.
Mars Hydro FC-E4800 LED grow light PPFD map for seedling, vegetation, and flowering stages at 12
MARSHYDRO FC-E4800 grow tent with LED lights, two potted plants, and ventilation. Home grow applications.
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Mars Hydro FC-E 4800 Cost-Effective Full Spectrum LED Grow Light

Official Mars Hydro Dealer Model: FCE4800
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  • This fixture delivers 1331 µmol/s PPF with a 2.8 µmol/J efficiency rating.
  • Detachable LED bars allow for customized light distribution and easier heat management.
  • The unit draws 480W and supports daisy-chaining for up to 30 fixtures.
  • 5-year manufacturer's warranty
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Who This Is For

  • You are switching to a bar-style layout because your old panel light creates hot spots that stress your center canopy.
  • You are adding daisy-chained units because manually dialing in ten separate dimmers every day is a massive time sink.

What We Found

  • We found the detachable bars are the best way to fix dark spots at the edge of your footprint.
  • The wavy heat sink design runs cooler than the flat aluminum plates we see on many budget fixtures.

What Users Say

  • Buyers who switched to this bar style say their outer plants finally grew as thick as the ones in the center.
  • Users running the daisy chain feature tell us that managing multiple lights from one knob saved hours of labor.

Mars Hydro FC-E 4800 Cost-Effective Full Spectrum LED Grow Light

Struggling to find a high-performance LED grow light that doesn't break the bank? The Mars Hydro FC-E 4800 delivers exceptional efficiency and powerful, uniform light coverage, making it the ideal solution for both hobby and commercial growers seeking maximum yields on a budget. As a leading choice in the Mars Hydro lineup, this fixture provides everything your plants need to flourish without the high operational costs.

Boasting an impressive 2.8 µmol/J PPE and a powerful PPF of 1331 µmol/s, the FC-E 4800 ensures your plants receive the optimal intensity for vigorous growth. Its full-spectrum white light mimics natural sunlight, supporting all growth stages from seedling to harvest. The innovative design features detachable light bars, allowing you to customize the layout for perfectly uniform coverage. For growers needing to scale up, the larger Mars Hydro FC-E 6500 offers similar cost-effective performance for bigger spaces.

Features

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High-Efficiency Output

Achieves an impressive 2.8 µmol/J PPE with high-quality BridgeLux chips, maximizing your growth potential while minimizing electricity costs.

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Full Spectrum Dominance

Mimics natural sunlight with a rich spectrum including UV and IR, promoting vigorous growth from seedling to harvest and enhancing flavor.

🎛️
Total Light Control

Features a 0-100% dimming knob and daisy-chain capability to easily connect and control up to 30 lights simultaneously for large-scale grows.

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Advanced Heat Dissipation

A wavy aluminum heat sink and passive cooling bar efficiently manage heat, extending the light's lifespan and protecting your canopy.

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Uniform Canopy Penetration

The dense layout of LEDs on detachable bars ensures even, edge-to-edge PAR distribution, eliminating hotspots and shadows.

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Certified & Reliable

ETL and DLC-listed for guaranteed safety and performance, giving you complete peace of mind in your grow operation.

Specifications

Specification Value
Wattage 480W ±5% @100-277V
Core Coverage 3' x 3' (90cm x 90cm)
Max Coverage 4' x 4' (120cm x 120cm)
PPE 2.8 µmol/J
PPF 1331 µmol/s
Chip Brand BridgeLux
LED Quantity 2646 pcs
Spectrum 380-410nm, 660-665nm, 730-740nm, 2800-3000K, 4800-5000K
Max Yield 2.5 g/W
Voltage AC100-277V
Amps 3.998A@120V, 1.997A@240V, 1.749A@277V
BTU 1636.8
Certifications ETL, CE, UKCA, RoHS, IP65
Lifespan 50,000 hours
Dimensions 864 x 852 x 79 mm

Spectrum

Mars Hydro FC-E 4800 Full Spectrum LED grow light spectrum chart

The FC-E 4800 delivers a comprehensive full spectrum output using 2,646 BridgeLux diodes, spanning UV (380–410nm), deep red (660–665nm), far-red (730–740nm), and broad white light bands (2800–3000K and 4800–5000K). The UV channel stimulates resin production, the white bands support vigorous growth across all lifecycle stages, deep red maximizes flowering response, and far-red triggers the Emerson Effect for deeper canopy photosynthesis — all in a cost-effective package built for 3'x3' core coverage.

PPFD Map

Mars Hydro FC-E 4800 PPFD map light intensity distribution

Warranty

Mars Hydro provides a comprehensive 5-year manufacturer's warranty for this product. Please note that this warranty does not cover damage resulting from user error or abuse.

FAQs

What is the ideal coverage area for the FC-E 4800?+

The FC-E 4800 provides a core coverage of 3'x3' for flowering and a maximum coverage of 4'x4' for vegetative growth. It's a perfect fit for a standard 3x3 grow tent where it will provide intense light for flowering.

Can I connect multiple FC-E 4800 lights together?+

Yes, the FC-E 4800 features a daisy-chain function that allows you to connect and control up to 30 lights simultaneously from a single dimmer. This makes it an excellent choice for scaling your operation.

How does the FC-E 4800 compare to the FC 4800 EVO?+

Both are excellent 480W lights. The primary difference is the LED chips used. The FC-E 4800 uses high-quality BridgeLux diodes for a cost-effective solution, while the Mars Hydro FC 4800 EVO uses top-bin Samsung LM301H EVO diodes for slightly higher efficiency and output, positioning it as a premium option.

Is this light suitable for all plant growth stages?+

Absolutely. The full-spectrum output provides all the necessary light wavelengths for every stage, from seedlings to flowering. The dimming feature allows you to adjust the intensity, making it a great vegetative and flowering light.

Why should I switch from HPS to an LED like this one?+

Switching to a high-efficiency LED like the FC-E 4800 offers numerous advantages over traditional HPS lights, including lower energy consumption, significantly less heat output, and a more optimized light spectrum for plant growth. This leads to reduced operational costs and potentially higher quality yields. You can learn more about the benefits of switching from HPS to LED in our detailed guide.

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